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Matthew Shea · 06-28-2007, 04:24 PM

I think that in general, people's true nature comes out more online than in real life. In other words, if you're naturally a jerk, you'll tend to be a real ass online. If you're naturally reserved and thoughtful, you'll be more so online. I know that's true for me. Anonymity lends itself well to that.

06-28-2007, 04:24 PM	#3 (permalink)
Matthew Shea Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Detroit Posts: 772	I think that in general, people's true nature comes out more online than in real life. In other words, if you're naturally a jerk, you'll tend to be a real ass online. If you're naturally reserved and thoughtful, you'll be more so online. I know that's true for me. Anonymity lends itself well to that.